Data Protection Adviser (DPO)
Job description
About us:
Data2Code is a service provider company offering expert advice, support and technical implementation on Data Protection matters and Software Development, with over 7 years of experience in various domains, such as Investment Banking, Parcel Delivery, Gaming Monetization, Health Services, Commercial Real Estate, Pharmaceuticals, Financial and e-commerce Payments, Gambling and Civil Engineering.
Data2Code has a diverse, dynamic and fast paced work environment in which employees have the opportunity to grow and develop. We take pride in the fact that we work with leading companies around the world. We empower our clients to foster collaborative thinking to further drive innovation, compliance and trust and are passionate about their business.
Responsibilities:
Data Protection Adviser responsibilities include advising on clients` compliance status with GDPR and local data protection laws, monitoring clients` adherence to GDPR standards and acting as a point of contact with supervisory authorities and data subjects under the supervision of our Managing Partner. Where required, you will act as a Data Protection Officer for our clients. You will also work with our Managing Partner in creating policies that enforce compliance with legislation and support the delivery of Privacy/GDPR trainings to clients` staff aimed at increasing awareness on data privacy and data protection. Together with our Managing Partner, you will:
- Inform and advise our clients and their employees on their compliance obligations with GDPR and other Data protection laws, including local regulations;
- Monitor our clients’ compliance with data protection laws, and report to the clients’ Board of any non-compliance and risks;
- Create a data privacy culture and embed the concept of data protection by design and by default in all clients` processes;
- Create and maintain up-to-date policies & procedures and ensure proper implementation into operational processes;
- Undertake proactive work with clients` employees to promote good Data Protection working practices and compliance with GDPR requirements;
- Map, assess and audit our clients’ data processing activities and record management in accordance with Data protection laws;
- Advise clients on different privacy risk assessments, transfer impact assessments and recognize the relevance of risk trends, issues and potential risk exposure;
- Create and deliver a Data Protection training program for our clients;
- Coordinate data subjects` requests processes and liaise with clients` business areas;
Requirements:
- Between 2-3 years of hands-on experience in privacy area in a similar role;
- Solid knowledge of GDPR and national data protection laws;
- Passionate about data protection & privacy;
- Demonstrated ability to satisfy compliance requirements by taking a pragmatic and risk-based approach, being a strategic thinker and problem solver, and finding workable solutions;
- Self-awareness and confidence to recognize knowledge gaps and escalate where appropriate;
- Some experience in organizing and managing audits;
- Integrity and high professional ethics with the ability to remain impartial and report all non-compliances;
- Capable to handle business affairs with secrecy and confidentially;
- Ability to communicate effectively;
- Great attention to detail and highly organized;
- Knowledge of data security standards and concepts is preferred;
- Research and analytical skills;
- Ability to work independently with client’s departments;
- Languages required: proficiency level for Romanian & English
- Privacy certifications from IAPP or PECB, or similar privacy professionals’ associations or bodies is preferable;
- Experience with privacy and GRC tools is a plus;
Benefits
- You will be part of an environment that allows you to rapidly learn and develop;
- You will be exposed to many industries and applicability of Data Privacy Laws;
- Clear professional development plan over a period of 2 years to become an expert senior;
- Possibility to get certified by reputable international certification bodies;
- Possibility to manage client accounts on your own;
- Competitive salary;
- Extra annual leave days;
- One bonus day off on your birthday if it falls during work-week;
